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Steering Gearbox Removal and Installation: Installation

  1. Install the pinion shaft grommet (A). Align the lug portion (B) in the pinion shaft grommet with the steering gearbox.
    Fig 1: Identifying Pinion Shaft Grommet
    G06952947Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Place the steering gearbox (A) on the front subframe (B).
    Fig 2: Placing Steering Gearbox On Front Subframe With Torque Specifications
    G06952948Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Loosely install new gearbox mounting bolts, then tighten the bolts to the specified torque in the sequence as shown.
  4. Set the front subframe (A) mounting the steering gearbox on the transmission jack and support it.
    Fig 3: Supporting Front Subframe Mounting Steering Gearbox On Transmission Jack
    G06952949Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Carefully raise the front subframe with the transmission jack, and pass the pinion shaft into the passenger's compartment.
    NOTE:
    • Be sure that the pinion shaft grommet (B) is securely in place. Make sure the lip of the pinion shaft grommet is not turned up. Incorrect installation can cause leakage of water and mud, or noise.
    • Take care not to damage the lower arm ball joint boot with the edge of the knuckle, etc.
  6. Install the front subframe, then loosely tighten the new front subframe mounting bolts.
  7. Align the front subframe (see FRONT SUBFRAME ALIGNMENT ).
  8. Install the torque rod (A).
    NOTE: Be sure to install the torque rod with the "UP" mark facing up.
    Fig 4: Installing Torque Rod With Torque Specifications
    G06952950Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the bolt with the tab (B) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (C) on the front subframe, then tighten the new torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
  10. Remove the jack (A).
    Fig 5: Identifying Jack
    G06952951Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Tighten the torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
    Fig 6: Identifying Torque Rod Tighten Sequence
    G00514311Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Install the secondary HO2S wire (A) in the clamp (B).
    Fig 7: Identifying Secondary HO2S Wire And Clamp
    G06952952Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Remove the vinyl tape from the connectors.
  14. Connect the torque sensor 6P connector (A) and the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (B).
    Fig 8: Pulling Down Lever Of EPS Motor 3P Connector
    G06952953Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. Pull down the lever (C) of the EPS motor 3P connector (D), then confirm the connector is fully seated.
  16. Install the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) on both sides.
  17. Install the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
  18. Wipe off any grease contamination from the tapered section and threads of the ball joint. Connect the lower arm (A) to the knuckle. Install a new castle nut (B), and tighten it to the specified torque on both sides.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the lower ball joint boot (C). Check the ball joint boot for deformation before connecting the knuckle.
    • Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the joint pin clip hole. Do not align the castle nut by loosening it.
      Fig 9: Lower Arm, Castle Nut, Lower Ball Joint Boot And Lock Pin With Torque Specifications
      G06952954Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  19. Install the lock pin (D) on both sides.
  20. Wipe off any grease contamination from the tapered section and threads of the tie-rod end ball joint. Connect the tie-rod end (A) to the knuckles. Install the nut (B), and tighten it to the specified torque on both sides.
    Fig 10: Tie-Rod End, Nut And Cotter Pin With Torque Specifications
    G06952955Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  21. Install a new cotter pin (C), and bend it as shown on both sides.
  22. Install the front wheels, then set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
    NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
  23. Remove the steering wheel holder tool (A).
    Fig 11: Identifying Steering Wheel Holder Tool
    G06952956Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  24. Cut the wire (A), and slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion shaft (C) taking care to align the gap (D) within the angle.
    Fig 12: Identifying Steering Joint And Pinion Shaft
    G06952957Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  25. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft, then loosely install the steering joint bolt (C). Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
    Fig 13: Aligning Bolt Hole On Steering Joint With Groove With Torque Specifications
    G06952958Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  26. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated, then tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.
  27. Install the steering joint cover (A).
    NOTE: Check the steering joint cover for damage and cracks. If the steering joint cover is cracked, replace the steering joint cover.
    Fig 14: Identifying Steering Joint Cover
    G06952959Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  28. Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
  29. After installation, do these checks:
    • Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
    • Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft serrations, then adjust the front toe by turning the tie-rod ends, if necessary.
  30. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
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